Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Tulum
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Tulum, Mexico — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Beach Zone (Zona Hotelera).
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Top pick
Beach Zone (Zona Hotelera)
Cliffside hotels, beach clubs, the Instagram strip.
16 km from center
#2
Tulum Pueblo (Town)
Authentic restaurants, half the price, the locals’ side.
9 min walk from center
#3
Aldea Zama
Newer development with apartments — nomad-friendly base.
18 min walk from center
Getting around
Bike, scooter, or ATV for the beach road; taxis for distance.
Beach road is long — biking gets old in the heat. Use Uber or local taxis at fair rates.